2004 Honda Civic vs. 2005 Hyundai Tucson
To start off, 2005 Hyundai Tucson is newer by 1 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 2004 Honda Civic. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 2004 Honda Civic would be higher. At 1,997 cc (4 cylinders), 2005 Hyundai Tucson is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (109 HP @ 4000 RPM) has 24 more horse power than 2004 Honda Civic. (85 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson should accelerate faster than 2004 Honda Civic. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 2005 Hyundai Tucson weights approximately 845 kg more than 2004 Honda Civic. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Because 2005 Hyundai Tucson is four wheel drive (4WD), it will have significant more traction and grip than 2004 Honda Civic. In wet, icy, snow, or gravel driving conditions, 2005 Hyundai Tucson will offer significantly more control. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control. Let's talk about torque, 2005 Hyundai Tucson (244 Nm @ 1800 RPM) has 114 more torque (in Nm) than 2004 Honda Civic. (130 Nm @ 4300 RPM). This means 2005 Hyundai Tucson will have an easier job in driving up hills or pulling heavy equipment than 2004 Honda Civic.
Compare all specifications:
| 2004 Honda Civic | 2005 Hyundai Tucson | |
| Make | Honda | Hyundai |
| Model | Civic | Tucson |
| Year Released | 2004 | 2005 |
| Body Type | Hatchback | SUV |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 1335 cc | 1997 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Valves per Cylinder | 4 valves | 4 valves |
| Horse Power | 85 HP | 109 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 4000 RPM |
| Torque | 130 Nm | 244 Nm |
| Torque RPM | 4300 RPM | 1800 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 75 mm | 83 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 79 mm | 92 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 10.0:1 | 18.0:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline - Premium | Diesel |
| Top Speed | 177 km/hour | 168 km/hour |
| Acceleration 0-100mph | 11.9 seconds | 14.1 seconds |
| Drive Type | Front | 4WD |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 5 seats |
| Number of Doors | 3 doors | 5 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 840 kg | 1685 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 4150 mm | 4330 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1700 mm | 1800 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1450 mm | 1690 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2630 mm | 2620 mm |
| Fuel Consumption Overall | 6.3 L/100km | 7.1 L/100km |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 42 L | 58 L |
